When we talk about delaying care, we’re not talking about rare, dramatic situations. We’re talking about everyday things. Symptoms that we easily brush off because we don’t want to be a burden. But when little things add up, that can lead to more complex treatment needs.
My guest today is Dr. Michelle Kitsis, a general surgeon at Hancock Health, who is here to share patterns and trends she sees day in and day out.
Specifically this episode highlights:
What are the typical steps to expect when meeting with a surgeon
Common conditions and symptoms seen in women that often lead to surgical intervention
There’s no such thing as TMI - let’s talk about colonoscopies, gall bladders, hemorrhoids, hernias and more!
The daily mental load we carry and tips to navigate
Episode Timestamps
[0:51] - Topic Intro - Conditions Women Put Off & Delayed Care
[4:00] - Guest Interview with Dr. Michelle Kitsis
[39:31] - Final Thoughts
MENTIONED LINKS & RESOURCES
Learn more about Michelle Kitsis, MD
https://www.hancockhealth.org/doctor/michelle-kitsis-md/
General Surgery at Hancock Health
https://www.hancockhealth.org/healthcare-service/general-surgery/
Hancock Health Video - Robotic Assisted Surgical Technology
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Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Cholecystitis (Gall Bladder)
https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/cholecystitis/
Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Colonoscopy
https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/colonoscopy/
Mayo Clinic Care Network Health Library Resource - Hemorrhoids
https://www.hancockhealth.org/mayo-health-library/hemorrhoids/
Learn more about what it means that Hancock Health is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network
https://www.hancockhealth.org/about/mayoclinic/
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